Historic PGA and LPGA Collaboration Pumps Former American ATP Pro’s Excitement
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The tennis world has been popularly known all around the world for its great collaborations and interests in various other sports. Players, besides being focused on the game, also make highlights by depicting their interest and involvement in other sports every now and then. Adding another highlight to the trail, ATP star Mardy Fish recently revealed his interest in golf.
Golf has been a popular sport in various parts of the world. Besides the regular competitions that occur every year, the PGA tour recently gave out an important notification that captivated the attention of millions of fans out there. Among the ongoing discussions over the important announcement, former tennis player Mardy Fish came forward to express his excitement over the update.
Former ATP Star Mardy Fish comments on the historic PGA tour collaborative event announcement
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This week is about to get special for the golf fans as they are about to witness a historic event. The PGA Tour and LPGA will play together for the first time in a long time at the Grant Thornton Invitational Event. This collaboration, as it marks a historic moment in the world of golf, will bring together the best of men’s and women’s golf players. With both the PGA and LPGA stars coming together to share the same stage, fans find it hard to hold their excitement back.
Along with the fans being excited for the anticipated event, a former tennis player also added his excited response as the announcement rolled out on social media. Former American ATP pro Mardy Fish added an extra layer of excitement to the update as he expressed his enthusiasm for the tournament on social media. “I’m excited for this tournament,” Fish commented, making it a point of focus that replicated the sentiment shared by many fans and players alike.
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I’m excited for this tournament https://t.co/yYA73opQlK
— Mardy Fish (@MardyFish) December 7, 2023
As the Grant Thornton Invitational approaches, the golfing world stays on the edge of its seat, ready to witness a historic event that is scheduled to grace the greens.
Fans’ lucky moment to witness the fun again
After the 2023 LPGA season has already come to an end, fans are about to get another chance to catch their favorite stars including Nelly Korda and Lexi Thompson at the Grant Thornton Invitational event. The upcoming tournament will begin on December 8 and will run till December 10. All the rounds will have a different format each day, making the competition a unique one.
🔥Hot off the press! The Grant Thornton Invitational is in full swing! 🏌️♂️16 teams, fierce competition, and a trophy that’s got everyone’s eyes on the prize! 🏆 First round scramble, second round alternate shot, third round modified best ball, it’s a golfing smorgasbord! 🍽️ First… pic.twitter.com/EdzGvkMa6K
— PGA Odds 📈 (@PgaOdds) December 6, 2023
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The tournament, as it already has captivated the attention of fans from around the world, will run through a unique schedule. The first round on Friday will see 18 holes of scramble format wherein players have to hit a tee shot. After this, the team will select a ball to use for the next shot. The second round will have the 18-hole foursome format, just like the Ryder Cup event.
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Lastly, the Sunday round will be an 18-hole four-ball format with a twist. Both players will tee off and on the second shot, they will switch their ball to play until it is holed. The tournament is a great opportunity for the fans to see some of the best golfers from both the PGA and LPGA sides play in an exciting competition.
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Ananya Giri